November 20, 2007

Web-based multi-protocol IM client Meebo now allows you video chat with up to five buddies from any instant messaging network through TokBox. As with their regular video chat, you log in, open a chat window, hit the "rocket ship" icon and choose the "Group Video Chat" option.

"Sequoia backed Tokbox, a video chat service that does not require any software downloads, is now allowing up to six simultaneous participants. Skype video, by contrast, only allows two participants, and it requires that all users be using the Skype software.For now TokBox is only launching this feature via their Meebo integration - this also means all participants can simultaneously text chat during the session as well..."